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Alpine RockeryConservatory GreenhouseHouseplantsHerbaceous Perennial
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Grey Silver Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Pink | Grey Silver Green | ||
Autumn | Grey Silver Green | |||
Winter |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Oxalidaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Oxalis can be annuals or perennials, with fibrous, bulbous or rhizomatous rootstocks, palmately divided leaves and funnel-shaped or bowl-shaped flowers that mostly close in dull weather and at night
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun in a sheltered position, or in an alpine house in a mixture of equal parts loam, leaf mould and grit
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown with moderate heat in late winter or early spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs, snails and vine weevil larvae
Diseases
May be susceptible to a rust
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